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Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

An investment trust specialised in investing in commercial property such as parking garages or GP offices.

An investment trust specialised in investing in commercial property such as parking garages or GP offices.

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The money a firm is left with from sales after subtracting taxes and different business costs.
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